2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 235 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Doblo | 1985 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Doblo | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |